From August 2-4, 2019, the Democratic Socialists of America will host their biennial national convention in Atlanta, Georgia. During this convention, members from chapters across the nation will gather together to discuss the direction of the organization in the next two years and what priorities to take on. Due to an increase in membership, our […]
Socialist Night School – Re-Scheduled! + Impeachment Day of Action
Hello, comrades! Due to a scheduling conflict, our third session of Socialist Night School is being moved to Thursday, June 27, 2019. We will meet at Compass Coffee at 6:00pm to discuss the readings on Social Reproduction. Access the readings/recordings and discussion questions below. ___________________________________________ As many are likely aware, June 15, 2019 is being […]
Political Education Events
Greetings, comrades! We have two exciting political education opportunities coming up – send us an email if you have any questions about content or accessibility! Wednesday, June 5 – 5:30pm-8:00pmMeet us at the Highland Square Branch Library to discuss The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander. If you are interested in the mass incarceration system, […]
Akron DSA Presents “13th”
On Saturday, May 18th, Akron DSA will present a viewing of the documentary “13th” at Compass Coffee in Akron. This event is FREE but seats are limited! Reserve your ticket today on Eventbrite! Titled after the 13th amendment, which abolished chattel slavery in the US, “13th” explores race, the justice system, and mass incarceration in […]
Socialist Night School – Second Session Next Tuesday!
In April, a number of Akron DSA comrades attended our first Socialist Night School! We are following the curriculum developed by Central Brooklyn DSA, so our first session centered on readings about Historical Materialism. We had a great meeting full of lively discussion! For the second session of the Night School, we will focus on […]
Socialist-Feminist Reading Group
Hey, y’all! Today’s Socialist-Feminist Reading Group discussing the commodification of feminism has been changed to an online meetup. Sorry for the last minute change – email us for a link to the Google hangouts call at info[@]akrondsa.org. In addition – check out our calendar in the links above! All of our events for April and […]
Socialist Night School and Upcoming Events
Our first session of Socialist Night School is this week! We will be meeting at the Highland Square Branch Library on Wednesday, April 17 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Check out the Facebook event here. Following Central Brooklyn DSA’s Night School program, our first session will be titled “Historical Materialism.” Most of the meeting will be small group discussion over […]
March and April Events Update
Hello, comrades! We have a lot of exciting events coming up. Check them out – we hope to see you there! March 21 – March General Meeting – Join us in room 2AB at the main branch library for our monthly meeting.March 23 – Socialist Feminist Reading Group – Check out our Facebook event for more information and how to […]
February General Meeting – 2/19/19!
Greetings, comrades. We have a lot of exciting events coming up in the near future! February 19, 2019 – our monthly general meeting! We will be discussing organizing opportunities in Akron, the endorsement of Bernie Sanders (should he choose to run) as a chapter, the proposed restructuring of the NPC – and much more. Information […]
2019 Akron DSA Steering Committee Elections
Congratulations to our 2019 Steering Committee!Co-Chair – Jessica CulbertsonCo-Chair – Niki SutcliffeTreasurer – Andy KarasCommunications Facilitator – Drew ThomasHarassment Grievance Officers – Caleb Workman and Stephanie BakerHGO Alternate: Dan Woods